Enter a Look Into ModCloth’s New Style Gallery to Win a $100 Gift Card!

Mar 12

Enter a Look Into ModCloths New Style Gallery to Win a $100 Gift Card! ModCloth has an awesome new contest going on right now!

From today through 7 AM PST on 3/18, ModCloth is inviting community members to check out their brand new Style Gallery, upload a photo, love images and share the looks that inspire them throughout the week of 3/11-3/18.

The image that gains the highest community-generated loves will win the top prize of a $100 ModCloth gift card! Also, two random lovers of that winning image will also each score a $50 gift card!

Head over to ModCloth right now to participate in the Style Gallery or maybe just check out all of the great fashions available!

Style Gallery

Carly

Categories: Contests, Cool Sites
Tags: Modcloth

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Animated Fashion: FASHGIF

Jan 31

Animated Fashion: FASHGIF If you haven’t heard of it already, you HAVE to check out FASHGIF, a Tumblr blog devoted to quirky animated gifs created from runway photos. It’s the perfect marriage of my two loves, animation and fashion. Spend a little time browsing through the archives…and be delighted with all the whimsical moving creations. Animated Fashion: FASHGIF

Check Out FASHGIF

Carly

Categories: Blogs, Cool Sites
Tags: animation, FashGif

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Creatively Chic Podcast Episode 3: The Importance of a Crafting Community

Jan 14

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The benefits of a community of like-minded thinkers can be enormous. You can find inspiration and help, guidance and support, ideas and even new friends by spending time with people who love the same things you do. Cat Morley and Tom Waddington founded the mega-craft tutorial-sharing site CutOutandKeep.net back in 2007, which now hosts over 58,000 tutorials and 140,000 members. Join our chat as we talk about creative inspiration, community-building, Cut Out + Keep’s resident superhero Crafterella, and getting your craft on.

You can hear the episode (for free!) from WebTalkRadio.net or iTunes. Listen to it here:

Listen to Creatively Chic Ep. 3: The Importance of a Crafting Community

The next episode airs January 28, so stay tuned!

Thanks so much to Cat and Tom, who’ve been such a huge source of inspiration to so many people!

Thanks for listening and stay chic

Carly

Categories: Announcements, Cool Sites, Creatively Chic Podcasts
Tags: community, crafting, CutOutandKeep

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Free Product Isn’t Really Free

Nov 30

Found on CraftSnark, a really awesome website with a ton of snarky posters and graphics depicting what it’s really like to be a craft blogger. Start reading the posts and you’ll get addicted. Or at least, I am addicted. It’s.all.SO.TRUE.

And yes, often companies contact me offering me free products to use in a tutorial on my blog. When it’s itemized line-by-line like that….the time investment and financial investment doesn’t make a whole lot of sense. Thank you CraftSnark!

Check Out CraftSnark for the Snarkier Side of Making Things

xoxox
Carly

Categories: Blogs, Cool Sites, Fun
Tags: crafts, CraftSnark

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Black Friday Sales and Promotions to Snag a Chic Steal

Nov 22

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Thanksgiving comes but once a year – followed soon after with some of the best sales in the year and the greatest discounts to be had prior to the frantic holiday shopping season. If you are buying gifts this year – or even need a little pick-me-up for yourself along the way – check out these amazing deals and discounts from these great e-tailers and beat the crazy crowds at the brick-and-mortar stores:

Get 15% off your entire purchase OR 20% off when you spend $100 OR 30% off when you spend $150 with code APTIERA
Free Shipping on all orders on Cyber Monday.

1. Belted Drama Coat, $99.90 / 2. First Kiss Metallic Skinny, $31.90 / 3. Skull & Jeweled Clutch, $34.90 / 4. Tamara Blouse, $24.90 / 5. Luna Bright Chain Bracelet Set, $16.90

Save 20% off sitewide (including sale items and markdowns) with code BLACKFRIDAYBONUS from 11/22-11/25/12.
Additionally, get 30% off Footwear and Accessories during the same time period.

1. ASOS Volley Glitter Flatforms, $52.77 / 2. ASOS Eye Rock Megapack Rings, $26.39 / 3. ASOS SALON Pencil Dress with Anglaise, $65.96 / 4. ASOS CURVE Blouse with Eyelash Lace, $61.57 / 5. ASOS Skater Skirt in Leather Look, $56.29

Use code SHDSBLK from 11/21-11/25 to get $10 0ff on orders over $75; $25 for orders over $150; $50 off on orders over $250. Free Shipping on everything!

It gets even better on Cyber Monday, with code CBRKAM to get $12 off on orders over $75; $30 off on orders over $150; $60 off on orders of $250, and $125 off on orders over $500. Again, Free Shipping on everything!

1. Top Hat Necklace, $8 / 2. The Just Sneaker, $62 / 3. Pearls of Wisdom Cardigan, $86 / 4. Fireworks Sequin Skirt, $90 / 5. The Alondra Dress, $176

Save during the Modcloth ‘Tis the Season Sale from 11/22 – 11/25 and get 50% Off 100′s of Brand New Styles (and Free Shipping on $50+ orders)

ModCloth ‘Tis The Season Sale

1. Cape May Diamond Top, $34.99 / 2. How Pop Art Thou Pants, $84.99 / 3. Ro-Bottle Opener , $16.99 / 4. Work Illustrated Bag, $98.99 / 5. A Tale of New Tights, $29.99

Hope everyone had a lovely Thanksgiving…and Happy Deal-hunting for the weekend!!

xoxox
Carly

Categories: Cool Brands, Cool Sites, Coupons
Tags: Alloy, ASOS, Black Friday, Karmaloop, Modcloth, Sale

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Outfit 11.15.12: It’s a Mod, Mod World in Seafoam – a Modcloth.com Review

Nov 16

Hair: rolled in soft rollers, let dry overnight, back-brushed at the top, top half pulled back with a clip

Crystal Tower Earrings: JewelMint

Cut Back Blazer: DailyLook.com

Copper Collar: H&M

Teach for the Sky Peplum Top: Modcloth.com

Wallet Clutch Bag: Laguna Moon [Japanese brand]

Rings: Target, Claire’s, Cartier & Tiffany wedding rings

Bling Rhinestone Watch: DailyLook.com

Weave Been There Skirt: Modcloth.com

Sparkle tights: ? (similar here)

Cone-Heel Studded Ombre Pumps: Spiral Girl [Japanese brand]

I finally made my first Modcloth purchase recently – and couldn’t wait to share.

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Categories: Cool Sites, Outfits
Tags: Modcloth, reviews

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Introducing ShopLocket: Sell Direct from Your Blog with Ease + $100 Michael’s Gift Card Giveaway!

Nov 5

Have you guys heard of ShopLocket yet?
It’s one of the best ways to sell items direct from your blog, without any of the hassles of setting up an entire storefront.… Read More—>

Categories: Blogs, Cool Sites, Press Releases
Tags: for sale, ShopLocket

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Review: SCOUT by Bungalow Tote

Aug 31

SCOUT by Bungalow is a line of colorful, preppy totes, bags, and carry-alls that are heavy-duty enough to take whatever you can throw at them and more. What differentiates them from other carry-alls on the market are the fashion-forward, bright patterns matched with the incredible durability and functionality of each piece. The folks over there kindly sent me the Pocket Rocket Tote in the blue Boca pattern to try out and write a review about.

This particular tote isn’t made of canvas (though they do have canvas-material items for sale on the site); it’s made of a super-tough poly material; similar to tarpaulins. It wipes clean and amazingly resists wrinkling and spills.

It has an inside zipper (perfect for when my bag turns upside-down…which it seems to almost daily!), and has outer pockets, enough to hold 6 bottles.

2 separate handles allow you to carry it as a shoulder-tote or as a carry-all.

I also DIY’d a little preppy initial keychain charm for the handle…DIY tutorial coming soon!

I really like my tote and it’s already survived 2 family trips, stuffed to the gills with drinks, food, and clothing – and looks great paired with a number of different outfits! If you’re looking for something that looks fun and colorful and can hold all your stuff (and your family’s stuff!) check out SCOUT by Bungalow for the perfect carry-all! (And they also have storage and decorative options for your house, like their pretty Tabletop Collection – so check them out!)

xoxox

Carly

FTC Disclosure: I was sent one tote by SCOUT by Bungalow as a review item and have received no other compensation. The opinions in this post are my own. See here for my Disclosure Policy.

Categories: Cool Brands, Cool Sites
Tags: handbags, reviews, SCOUT by Bungalow

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A Must-Shop Store for Indie Designer Finds – No, Not Etsy…76Hudson!

Aug 3

Though I’ve been a long-time fan of Etsy, I’ve also been a devoted follower of 76Hudson (formerly Senseofashion.com) for awhile.

76Hudson is an online marketplace for independently-designed women’s fashion, jewelry, shoes, and accessories. The pieces are unique, the buying done directly, and the interface is easy-to-use.

And the great part is, because you’re buying designer-direct through 76Hudson, many of the pieces offered are also incredibly affordable. Here are a few things that caught my eye:

Left to right, by row:

Bqueen Multi Layer Chiffon Dress / Chic Evening Clutch / CJ Lace Romper Cuacao Howlite Stone Necklace

Bohochic Gladiators “The Black Swan” / Color-Block Top

Athena Silver Earrings / Mermaid You Look Vintage Textured Mermaid Skirt in Teal / Amelie Mini Luggage with Envelope Clutch / Weekend Wonder Lightweight Pants in Brick

Every purchase made supports independent design, and takes localized fashion global. Gotta love those places that support the little guys, and encourage the growing creative community!

Visit the 76Hudson Website

What do you guys think?

xoxox
Carly

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Categories: Cool Sites, indie fashion, Objects of Desire
Tags: 76Hudson

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Happy Memorial Day! Get 25% Off Your Entire Order from ASOS.com Today Only!

May 28

What are your plans for Memorial Day? We’ve been hosting visitors all weekend, and are capping off the three-day respite from the daily grind with some more guests, a barbecue, and hopefully a lot of relaxation! I won’t be able to get to any stores and take advantage of any Memorial Day sales…but thank goodness for the Internet! One of my favorite sites for on-trend, affordable merchandise is having a 25% off sale, which I full intend to take advantage of before the guests arrive.;-)

Maybe you might want to snap up something too?

Get 25% OFF for with code HAPPYMEMORIALDAY at ASOS.com

Valid on full-priced merchandise only; until 12 midnight P.S.T. tonight!

Happy Shopping!

xoxox
Carly

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Categories: Announcements, Cool Sites, Coupons, Holidays
Tags: Memorial Day

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